Industrial Base & Production Economics Analyst

Job description

***Position is contingent upon award *** This role focuses on understanding and enabling the U.S. industrial base to rapidly scale production of critical capabilities, with emphasis on real-world constraints, cost, and speed. Job Duties : Work in dynamic environments (DARPA, labs, industry, test facilities) Analyze results and provide assessments Operate within large, multidisciplinary teams across government and industry Coordinate with engineers, scientists, and program leadership to move efforts forward Track technical progress and identify risks early Help translate technical work into clear updates for decision-makers Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, or related field 5+ years of experience in manufacturing strategy, production systems analysis, industrial economics, supply chain analysis, or operations research Experience analyzing OEM and multi-tier supplier networks, including production throughput, bottlenecks, and cost structures Demonstrated ability to build and apply quantitative models of production systems (capacity, elasticity, scale-up vs. scale-out, mobilization timelines) Experience working with or supporting manufacturing operations, production environments, or industrial programs Strong ability to synthesize technical, economic, and operational data into clear, decision-relevant insights Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance. Desired Capabilities and Characteristics: Active Top Secret clearance preferred Experience in high-volume or capital-intensive industries (automotive, semiconductors, electronics, aerospace, heavy machinery, logistics) Familiarity with factory modeling, discrete-event simulation, or supply chain risk analysis Experience mapping and analyzing complex supply chains, including identification of critical dependencies and constraints Experience with cost modeling, make/buy decisions, or capital expenditure planning Experience analyzing or planning for rapid scale-up, surge production, or time-constrained operations Experience working across government, industry, and public-private partnerships Ability to operate and make recommendations under uncertainty with incomplete or imperfect data Exposure to defense manufacturing, munitions, or DoD platforms preferred Understanding of industrial policy, reindustrialization, or supply chain resilience Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis/visualization tools ***Position is contingent upon award *** Compensation Details: $125K-$175K The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 08/12/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .